ForexAug 13, 2026, 9:32 AM

Dollar softens as markets turn cautious before US payrolls

The US dollar has lost ground while traders hold back from large positions ahead of the latest US non-farm payrolls report.

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The US dollar has recently weakened as markets enter a waiting mode ahead of today's US Non-Farm Payrolls report, which is seen as the key event of the week.

Overall sentiment remains constructive, but traders are reluctant to take large positions before the release.

Source: FXStreet Forex News

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